Description
The D’Addario EXL140-8 brings D’Addario’s XL Nickel Wound formula to 8-string electric guitar, giving players a set that’s purpose-built rather than adapted from a standard 6-string pack. Gauged 10-74 in a Light/Heavy configuration, it’s engineered specifically for the low F# tuning common to 8-string setups (F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E), so the added low strings track and feel right alongside the standard high end.
These strings pair a round core with D’Addario’s nickel-plated steel wrap wire, delivering the classic XL character players expect: bright attack, clear articulation, and consistent output from string to string. Precision winding keeps the gauges uniform, which matters even more on an 8-string, where tension balance across such a wide range can otherwise get uneven.
Because the set is calculated specifically for the extended range and its typical tuning, both the treble and the extra low strings sit at a comfortable, playable tension instead of feeling either too slack or too tight. That makes the EXL140-8 a straightforward choice for 8-string players who want reliable intonation and tone without having to mix and match single strings.
- Gauges: 10, 13, 17, 24w, 34, 46, 60, 74
- Nickel-plated steel wrap over a round core
- Light/Heavy configuration built for 8-string electrics
- Optimized for F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E tuning
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